March 12, 2026

NU grappler Brody Rote works against a Marysville opponent in an early season match. Rote competed at the district tournament for the Wildcats. (Gazette file photo)

North Union wrestlers represented at OHSAA Division 3 district tournament

By Bob Putman, Richwood Gazette

North Union was represented by five wrestlers this past weekend at the Division III district wrestling championships at Troy High School. Competing for the Wildcats were Collin Welch (132), Jack Kemp (138), Brody Rote (144), Broden O’Reilly (144) and Jason Rankin (285). None of the wrestlers were able to place.

North Union’s Colin Welch works against an opponent. Welch competed at the district tournament this past weekend. (Gazette file photo)

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